Experience St. Martin like never before with a visionary collection of alternate reality illustrations showcasing a futuristic twist to the island.
Known for his captivating digital illustrations that reimagine island life, digital artist St. Martiner has unveiled a new collection of artworks titled “The Many Lives of St. Martin”. The exhibition, which was launched on October 1, will run until October 31, and is available exclusively on the mobile-friendly explr.sx platform. The collection of digital renderings is inspired by the futuristic imagery typically seen on billboards outside new construction developments.
Just as real estate companies present visions of what their projects will look like upon completion, St. Martiner’s artwork offers a thought-provoking exploration of what the island could become – both marvellously futuristic and precariously fragile.
Highlights include imagined landmarks such as a kayak river in a now-flooded Almond Grove, the Princess Juliana Space Station, and a water park at Fort Louis, perched atop a hill. These works challenge viewers to consider the environmental risks we face – like deforestation and flooding – while raising questions about the balance between progress and sustainability. St. Martiner invites viewers to reflect on how our ambitions can shape the island’s future for better or for worse, if we gamble with nature.
This is how St. Martiner shared his motivation: “This exhibition is my interpretation of what St. Martin could become – an exploration of the vision we often see but don’t recognize as our own. Through these illustrations, I invite viewers to reflect on the future of the island while reimagining its possibilities.”
The exhibition is completely free to access and invites users of all ages to explore using their smartphones, tablets, or desktops. It also integrates the explr.sx platform, a resource that provides cultural, historical, and environmental insights about St. Martin/St. Maarten.
St. Martiner (real name Raymond Bowen) is a digital artist who specializes in blending vibrant island life with futuristic design. His work often draws on personal experiences and the cultural landscape of St. Martin, offering a unique lens through which to explore alternate realities of the island.
Check out the exhibition on https://stmartiner.com or https://explr.sx. For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
